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Newspaper
Buffalo Center Tribune
Location
Buffalo Center, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1908
Page
2
A garbled essay-like page mocks vegetarianism, New York skyscrapers, women workers, and universal topics. It references famous figures, political stances, and social norms with scattered anecdotes about brain injuries, hair cutting, and weaponry while speculating on future trends and national character.
Fragmentary notes from a London sports page describe a Derby outcome with uncertainty. The text mentions bystanders and a young observer, referencing a supposed winner and then a reply that ends mid sentence, suggesting an unresolved result and a disrupted report context.
The Iowa Shorts association plans to sue nearly every county over unpaid deputy salaries for five years. The Fayette county ruling favors the sheriffs in Wayette County, now under appeal to the Supreme Court. If upheld, many counties face claims averaging thousands, including Hamilton County where Sheriff Thompson earns 1800 and pays 600 to his deputy.
In Dubuque County twenty five saloons will go out of business amid agitation and tax enforcement. Attorneys move to file petitions, with October payments due. Hickham & Bechtel, longtime operators, announce retirement October 1.
Ames reports Morning side college in Sioux City and Kansas State college may appoint from Iowa State college faculty. Friends of Dr N Cessna urge him for Morning side job while P G Holden may be the Kansas State choice. Both candidates are urged to avoid campaigning and intend to stay.
At the H OG Lowery farm southeast of town a thrashing accident occurred when Cecil Mullen driving a team near the machine was struck by a horse belt. One horse had its tail torn off as the belt whipped, the horse ran away tipping the wagon and throwing Mullen. He suffered bruises but no broken bones and is recovering at home.
Saloon removal case files show May or Schunk action against Schunk’s house near the Christian Science church. City law ties location to mulet law and mayoral authority. Two liquor sellers are closer to the elope than the Schunk premises, complicating the election-primaries process.
Seven children from three families were stricken by ptomaine poisoning after eating ice cream. Jr. Hughes treated them at A. S. Cooper's residence in Keokuk. Adults were ill but less severe. the chain of illness involved a dozen people visiting Hamilton from Keakwick and Burlington, heading to Texas.
Iva Danger of Owasa is charged by the federal grand jury in Ft. Dodge with mailing letters to Thomas Berry at Hampton alleging his father in law Thomas Walker influenced Danger's wife and threatening to publicize matters unless $250 is paid. Danger is out on a $200 bond.
Miurngu Old Eckert a leading jeweler and noted automobilist was found near Bouth Amana in a reported death incident. Subdu is described as in poor health for some time, leaving a wife and several young children.
In Orlaneville Dallas County a town effort proclaims an automobile for every adult resident and a pet for each household. The memo notes the town’s progressiveness and mentions three families in residence with touring car style vehicles.
A 15 year old boy from Mount Pisasant Leo Silih sustained a fractured shoulder blade after a fall from a quai of cuts. He was badly bruised and received medical attention at the scene.
A 19 year old identified as Waterlood-Kuseell Mamyper drowned while bathing in the Cedar River south of town after slipping into a gap and failing to be revived despite assistance. The victim’s initials were M. L. and a preliminary report lists cramps as a possible cause.
A boy named Hoone-A, child of Jane Wearst from Oyden, became stuck in a grain pit while near a national wheat elevator. Rescue workers drew the grain away and freed him from neck depth just as he cried out, with bystanders and workmen aiding in the timely extraction.
A massive fire in British Columbia devastates towns from Fernie to Michel and Crow's Nest, killing hundreds and driving 12 000 homeless. Property losses reach 10 million dollars as rail lines burn and relief trains rush to safety.
Paris braces for a 24 hour general strike looming over the city on August day. Police mobilize a large force with 26 000 guards ready to maintain order amid public unrest. Authorities claim confidence in handling the situation despite expected disruption.
G Winthrop Sands stepson of W I Vanderbilt dies in a terrible midmorning car crash near the Chateau de Poissy outside Paris. The 60 horse power vehicle burst into flames after a tire burst, trapping Sands and chauffeur Pickins. rescue came from peasants and the chateau staff, Sands dying and the chauffeur sustaining non life threatening injuries.
A large blaze gutted the Hamburg America pier 46 South Delaware avenue owned by International Mercantile Marine in Philadelphia on Friday night. The German steamer Albano, docked there, was towed to safety as its cargo on the wharf burned, with merchants’ goods and 1,000 bales of burlap destroyed in the fire. Estimated damage reaches 400,000 dollars.
An international romance culminated in La Crosse Wisconsin with the marriage of Shegelaro Korikuba of a noble Japanese family to Miss Maria Louisa Harrison of the city. Korikuba is a graduate of two American universities. His brother is a leader in the Japanese parliament and his late father served as a provincial governor.
In Detroit Michigan a man named Tim Minahan a fisherman or fineman died after shooting his wife twice in the head and heart during a quarrel driven by heat and liquor. He then wounded himself in the forehead with the same revolver.
Cheyenne Wyoming report to Governor Brooks states the Hanna coal mine disaster killed 69 lives. Inspector Noah Young says Union Pacific Coal Co violated mine laws by reopening a fire-entry, causing the blast. He urges sealing the mine forever to honor missing workers.
Henri Farman showcased his heavier than air aeroplane at Brighton Beach late Friday after noon. The French inventor lifted from a prepared runway, reached about 2 heights, flew straight ahead, then landed gracefully as spectators cheered wildly. Members of the Aero Club of America celebrated the successful debut and readiness for public flights.
Owen Gray post of the G A R at Larue launches a popular subscription to build a mammoth U S battleship. The plan seeks a national government blessing to bear the Grand Army of the Republic name as a memorial to Civil War veterans. One dollar contributions welcomed from all citizens and a strong Army post is expected to join.
In Warsaw Indiana sixteen year old Violetta Howen woke her mother and within five minutes died from heart leakage. Local physicians called it a peculiar case. Post mortem showed a minute sharp instrument, like a needle point, entered the heart through the priories.
Grand Rapids Michigan Republican state central committee set September 29 in Detroit for the nominating convention. James O Muffin of Detroit named temporary chairman. county conventions scheduled for September 12. Alward of Clare named secretary of the slate committee and Charles Moore of Detroit treasurer. M Falileres at Christiania. Christiania reports the battleship Verile with President Falileres aboard arrived Friday, with Klang Haakon boarding to greet him.
Joniphan Mo-w B Whitwell, owner of a country store in Stipley county about 20 miles away, was shot and killed today while resisting arrest by J W Smith who said he was a deputy United States marshal.
Louise Reinhardt an 11 year old daughter of newspaper artist John Reinhardt died after an automobile accident near Roslyn DL The incident occurred Wednesday and the victim sustained fatal injuries in the crash prompting transport to Reve Hospital where she later passed away.
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